About me

Hello and I extend a warm welcome to you.

Sometimes, life can be really tough. Together we can discuss any concerns or what may be troubling you.

How I work

I'm an Integrative Counsellor for Adults and Young People (13+) living in North Oxfordshire who works collaboratively with you to create a safe and warm environment on an open ended and regular basis. I believe that we all have the potential to grow and flourish. Sometimes, we just need a helping hand to have a more fulfilling way of life.

Together, we can build a relationship where the Rogerian core conditions of empathy and congruency are paramount to the way I work. I strive to remain non-judgemental.

Life stressors and events can be very challenging and a lonely experience. It may be through exploring current difficulties affecting your well-being, where some may be rooted in past experiences. We could gently explore these and understand the connections to the “here and now” of your life, if we agree it appropriate. Talking to and listening is not the only way to communicate; I work creatively and together we can find other ways for you to express yourself.

The beginning of our relationship

The first session is about exploring whether I am the right therapist for you and can be a one off; it usually lasts for about 90 minutes and we identify what may be going on for you now and what your main concerning issues are. We can then discuss what your expectations and goals are, from counselling if we decide we are able to work together. Sessions thereafter are 50 minutes long and usually occur at the same time and same day and I aim to be flexible.

How long do I need to be in therapy?

This is dependent on you and our work together. However, regular review sessions can be beneficial to discover what's changed, or what hasn't.

Getting in touch

I am contactable via telephone email, text message or mobile - details are above and all are secure and confidential. I shall reply as soon as I can, Monday to Friday. In order to respect your confidentiality, please let me know your preferred method - i.e is it OK to phone and leave a message, or email/text you?

Banbury Therapeutic Training, 2016Understanding and Working with Pregnancy Loss

Cruse, Oxford, 2016Bereavement Support Group facilitation

Cruse, Oxford, 2015Awareness in Bereavement Counselling.Youthline, Bracknell, 2015 and 2014Young People and the meaning of Self Harm and Depression.Young People, Sex and Sexuality.Young People and the meaning of Self Esteem.Shame and Self harm.

London Therapy Foundation, 2015Introduction to CBT.

Working with Chronically Depressed PatientsWorking with Male and Female Victims of Domestic ViolenceWorking with Perpetrators of Domestic ViolenceUnderstanding Trauma PTSD

Therapies offered

Fees

My fees are £35 per 50 minute session and I do offer concessions for those persons unwaged or on a low income. Fees are payable on the day either by cash or cheque. For young people aged under 18 and attending on their own, payment for three sessions in advance is required, once we have agreed we can work together.

For parents/carers of young people, I offer regular review sessions where you can address any concerns you have. However, due to the nature of my relationship with your young person, I am ethically bound to maintain confidentiality. These sessions cost £35 and take place at a mutually convenient time.

Published articles

Further information

BACP

As a qualified and registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), I abide and adhere to the Ethical Framework for Good Practice. You can explore what you can expect of me by following this link: http://www.bacp.co.uk/ethics/EFfCP.php.

I attend regular clinical Supervision to promote and safeguard my practice and attend professional development days to uphold my professional standards.